Launching the Mind in Motion Series
Coming to Telluride, Colorado January 4-6, 2026
Mind in Motion Workshop for Women who rip
“Confidence from Competence”
Sponsored by the RW Horizon Fund in partnership with Telluride Science
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The Mind in Motion is an invitation-only initiative that brings together high-level female collegiate skiers to create meaningful community through shared experiences on the mountain, coupled with classroom exploration of performance optimization through a better understanding of brain science. This workshop will offer tools for translation of a performance mindset from athletics to professional and academic leadership, while fostering inclusive, supportive spaces for growth.
The Willett Cup Invitational Golf Tournament, in honor of Rick Willett’s passion for mentoring and competitive sports, has demonstrated the power of strong community connections for athletes transitioning from sport to profession. The event brings together top junior, collegiate, amateur, and professional players from across New England to compete as mixed foursomes, building both competition and camaraderie. After two events in Massachusetts almost $60,000 has been raised for the Discovery Center at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and the US Challenge Cup Jr Golf Foundation.
Building on this success, the RW Horizon Fund, a newly founded 501c3, is launching a pilot program to foster a similar community for female collegiate skiers. This workshop will provide mentorship, leadership development, and opportunities for lasting connections. In the future, the model can be adapted for other affinity groups. The long-term vision may also include an organized ski event, with fundraising efforts dedicated to advancing Brain Science.
This two-day program in Telluride (at no cost to the participants) will combine time on the mountain with sessions at the Telluride Science and Innovation Center. Female leaders who have built careers on the foundation of sport will join participants on the hill, creating space for meaningful chairlift conversations and shared experiences. Classroom sessions will be guided by expert consultants, while community business leaders will be invited to engage during lunches and dinners. Additional opportunities may include virtual panels and conversations to expand access and perspective.
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Workshop Goals
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Create community among high-performing student ATHLETES through shared experience and open dialogue.
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Develop confidence from competence translated from sport to profession.
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Explore how brain science influences a chosen style of leadership, motivation, and emotional regulation.
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Translate commonly shared lessons of resilience, discipline, and teamwork from sport into strategies for life success, career readiness and inclusive leadership.
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Learn how to employ positive visualization to improve motivation, confidence, and resilience in overcoming challenges during athletic and professional pursuits..
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Empower women and underrepresented voices to lead and speak up in environments where they are the minority. Imposter Syndrome: Understanding and overcoming self-doubt among high-achieving individuals. Courageous Conversations: How to navigate difficult discussions and advocate for change with emotional intelligence.
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Feedback as Fuel: Reframing feedback as a powerful learning opportunity that strengthens performance.
Program Schedule
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Sunday Evening – Welcome dinner and casual meet & greet
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Monday & Tuesday Mornings – On-snow sessions with “Women Who Rip” (one adult per three girls), featuring chairlift conversations and shared runs
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Lunch – Hosted at the Telluride Science and Innovation Center
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Afternoon – Classroom sessions led by consultants and guest speakers
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Evening – Dinner and community-building sessions
Willett Cup Invitational 2025
in partnership with
Golfing to Advance Traumatic Brain Injury Research
The Willett Family, in partnership with US Challenge Cup Golf, presents The Willett Cup Invitational, celebrating golf’s journey from junior to professional. Rick, a passionate mentor, loved team competition, and each year we see the Challenge Cup Nation grow.
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This event season has come to an exciting close, and we’re thrilled to share that just over $40,000 was raised through the 2025 Willett Cup event and auction—thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors, donors, and players. THANK YOU!
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This round of donations from the RW Horizon Fund includes:
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$30,000 to the Discovery Center for Brain Injury & Concussion Recovery at the Spaulding Research Institute
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$10,000 to the US Challenge Cup Junior Golf Foundation​
In total $57,000 has been raised for the Spaulding Discovery Center and US Challenge Cup Golf. We look forward to increasing support of brain injury and concussion recovery research with this annual event and sponsorship opportunities.
About the RW Horizon Fund
The mission of the RW Horizon Fund is to advance brain science and enhance recovery from brain injuries. By harnessing the power of sports, the fund raises awareness and generates financial support for groundbreaking research, prevention, innovative treatments, and comprehensive rehabilitation, ultimately improving the lives of those affected by brain injuries
Rick's Story
Rick left us too soon in July 2022. He still had peaks to ski, competitive golf to watch, coaching to do, and sunsets to chase. Many don’t know that 17 years earlier, Rick survived a ski accident that resulted in a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This experience fueled his 'work hard... play hard' attitude. Rick believed in 'doing well to do good,' with a passion to live life to its fullest, and give back.
With deep gratitude for the extra time we had with him, we are determined to keep his spirit alive through the clear philanthropic vision he created. The Willett Cup will honor Rick’s passion for competitive golf and his commitment to advancing brain science and improving TBI treatment. We continue his legacy by supporting brain injury research and patient care.
